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Coleus

Coleus

Coleus forskohlii is a plant widely used in Ayurvedic medicine and also used in numerous food supplements. Its roots are aromatic and constitute the part of the plant used above all for the treatment of disorders affecting the cardiovascular system, the respiratory system and the nervous system. It is able to act on smooth muscles, bronchi, bronchioles and airways, digestive and visual organs, heart, blood vessels, blood and circulatory system. Widely used for the endocrine system, in particular the...

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Whole-Grains

WHOLE GRAINS: here are all the great advantages.

The food we eat every day determines our current and future state of well-being, having an essential impact on our physical and emotional health. By now we eat badly in every period and everywhere: not only fats, but above all refined cereals, refined flours and sugar (bread, pasta, rice, sweets, biscuits). It is a very harmful diet in the long run, because it has a high glycemic index and therefore capable of requiring immediately after the meal - especially in...

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salt

Eating without added salt: benefits to the body. 

Salt (or sodium chloride) is an excellent food preservative. In addition to giving a little extra flavor to each dish, iodized sea salt contributes to the smooth functioning of the thyroid gland. In addition, the sodium contained in the salt is essential for the smooth functioning of the lymphatic system and the delicate chemical processes of the cells. However, significantly reducing the consumption of salt in your food routine is a safe and recommended way to improve the health...

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Sun-and-health

Sun and Health

Sunlight has a fundamental importance in our state of psychophysical well-being, since it promotes the production of serotonin, substance that causes a pleasant feeling of contentment and that at the same time has a relaxing action because it reduces the concentration in the blood of hormones, such as noradrenaline and adrenaline, responsible for stress. In addition, exposure to the sun’s rays is of fundamental importance in the treatment of certain skin disorders, such as acne or psoriasis, and stimulates...

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Seasonal change

Seasonal change

September is one of the most demanding months from a psychophysical point of view. To better cope with this period and maintain an optimal state of health, avoiding early seasonal illnesses, it is important to follow some good rules and adopt targeted measures to support the immune defenses in the fight against viruses and bacteria responsible for colds, which will as master during autumn and winter. During this phase you can easily run into states of irritation, nervousness, impatience...

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Diet's-mistakes

The most common mistakes during a diet

When embarking on a healthy food path or a diet it is essential to contact a specialist so that he can develop a diet that suits our needs and then combine it with physical activity and obtain satisfactory results. Very often, however, we resort to "do it yourself" and most of the time we come across many mistakes. Here are the 4 most common mistakes: Choose only light foods: they are not always healthy alternatives. Many of these products have fewer...

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Vitamin-B12

Vitamin B12

The term Vitamin B12 indicates a group of chemically related organic substances, cobalt content (known for this as Cobalamine). The main forms are: Cyanocobalamin, Methylcobalamin, hydroxocobalamin and deoxydenosylcobalamin. Cyanocobalamin is the most common and most used by Nutraceuticals, as it is scarcely present in the body. It is fundamental for the synthesis of red blood cells by the bone marrow, contributes to the regular functioning of the metabolism, has positive effects on the health of the brain and nervous...

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EPA

EPA (Eicosapentaenoic acid)

Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) is a polyunsaturated fatty acid belonging to the Omega-3 family. It is important for maintaining good cardiovascular health. Its main role of EPA is anti-inflammatory: the cascade of enzymatic reactions to which it is subjected in particular circumstances, in fact, leads to the production of signal molecules that counter the pro-inflammatory activity of other similar molecules, originating from the so-called inflammatory cascade of arachidonic acid. EPA is also suggested in the treatment of depression, schizophrenia, mood...

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THE INTENSE PHYSICAL EXERCISE

Regular physical activity helps our body to stay in shape, improves cardiovascular functions, allows body weight control and above all improves mood by helping to manage stress. But this must be moderated and adequately managed, since there is a limit beyond which the benefits are likely to turn into dangers, especially for those who believe that dedicating to extreme and prolonged efforts could accelerate the beneficial effects. According to some researchers, however, they would increase the risk of developing...

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